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brandy guyban
December 16, 2011
my prayers go out to mr.van broussard and mrs.carol.i went to school with ryan.my heart pours out to yall. thinking of you in the hardest times may god be with yall.
Linda Porche
December 2, 2011
Van & Carol, I am so sorry for the passing of your son Ryan, I know first hand how painful & sad that can be, I didn't know Ryan, but my son inlaw Angelo Alongi told me Ryan worked for him at Gonzales Electric, & told me he was one of the sweetest & well mannnered guys he ever had work their, & that he was a hard worker, He was sad to hear this, as was I , I will add you & your family to my daily prayer list, your friends, Donald &. Linda Porche
Tracy Moran-Benzine
November 13, 2011
Carol and Van, I was so sorry to hear of Ryans passing. I can remember Ryan and Vanessa from when I worked at Roys Superette years back, they were my favorite little customers! I always thought he was the cutiest thing and he still was. He always had a smile on his face and from all thepics he still/always did. Remember all the good and special times you had with him and that will help you get through this so difficult time. You never get over loosing a child but in time you'll learn to deal with it, just keep your faith and ask OUR ALL MIGHTY FATHER HIMSELF-JESUS CHRIST to help you through this time and to understand and he will help you! You will all be in my prayers and thoughts at this time. Tracy Moran-Benzine
Pam Dixon
November 12, 2011
Van, Carol, and family, I am so sorry about the loss of Ryan. He was such a sweet person. He has left so many of us with great memories. There is nothing that I can say to make the hurt you are feeling any less. I just pray for the Lord to give you strength and peace. God Bless you all.
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Jimmy Cedotal & Family
November 12, 2011
Van and Carol:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat Melancon
November 11, 2011
My sympathy.
Rev. Glenn and Cecelia Henderson
November 11, 2011
So sorry about your loss. You are in our prayers.
C.J. & Lynette Parent
November 11, 2011
Van and Carol:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bring you peace in this time of sadness.
LARRY PEARSON
November 11, 2011
sorry van to hear of the loss of your son.may the lord be with you all at this time! larry pearson & family
WANDA O'BEAR
November 11, 2011
TO' VAN BROUSSARD AND FAMILY
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
PRAY TOGETHER , STAY TOGETHER
GOD LOVES HIM MORE
deston steely
November 11, 2011
ryan was a cool dude
BarBara Melancon
November 11, 2011
To: The Broussard Family
Our sympathy and prayers to all of you during this sad time in your lives.
The Hebert's
Gary,Mike,BarBara Melancon & Pookie Lambert
Tracy Whittington-Geiger
November 10, 2011
Mr. Van and Ms. Carol, I just wanted to let you know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love, Tracy Whittington Geiger
Kristy Bowman Richards
November 10, 2011
I am so sad to be losing another one of my child hood friends. Ryan will be missed so much. The memories that I have of Ryan, Booger, Andy, Blake and the whole Praireville group are endless. I will never forget Ryan and that smile.I I was unable to attend the services but your are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Kristy Bowman Richards
November 10, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you Carol and Van for the loss of your son Ryan. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this painful time of sorrow and will be remembered as friends forever. Love Bonzo and Alice Madere.
Amanda Grosse
November 10, 2011
Mr. Van, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ryan. He was a very sweet person. May God place his hands on your family and friends in this time of sorrow.
Nicole (Dewhurst) Brice
November 10, 2011
I am still so sad about Ryan's passing. It's so surreal when someone you knew in childhood passes. My deepest condolences to Mr. Van, Mrs. Carol, Vanessa, Michelle, and the rest of the family.
November 10, 2011
Our prayers are with you in this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy at loss of your child. May God always be A comfort for your family.
Bobby (Rock) & Betty Soileau
ashlie baker
November 10, 2011
we love you ryan!!!
Katie Ortego
November 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mr. Van, Mrs. Carol, Vanessa and Michelle!!!! I love you guys very much and y'all have always been a second family to me. I pray for strength for you all to be strong for eachother and I pray for peace to fill your hearts!!! Ryan will be dearly missed, RIP Ryan.
Jarvon & Shaun Anderson "Muffie Joe" & "Noonie"
November 10, 2011
Mr. Van, Mrs. Carol & Vanessa, Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. We have some great memories of Ryan from elementary - high school. May God give you the strength to endure this difficult time.
Kimberly Sibley
November 10, 2011
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
November 10, 2011
Our sincere deepest sympathy to your entire family from our entire family at this difficult time. May you all find peace in knowing that he is now in God's care. The Barraco Family
Kathy Lamonica
November 10, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies in your time of such great loss and sorrow. Ryan was such a handsome young man, and after reading some of the comments in this guest book, it was obvious that he was very well liked and thought of with affection by many. We pray that you will find the strength to get through this very difficult time.
The Lamonica Family (Joe, Rose, and Kathy)
Patricia Guitreau-Basco
November 10, 2011
To the entire Broussard Family,
My heart, prayers and thoughts are with you. I had the pleasure to work and get to know Ryan and Vanessa oh so many years ago when we worked together at "Piggly Wiggly". I am so very sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
Katie Marceaux Bourque
November 10, 2011
I'm praying for God's comfort and peace for you, Vanessa, Michelle, Mr. Van and Mrs. Carol. I'm so sorry for your loss. Ryan will be greatly missed by so many people. I love you all.
THE CARNAHANS
November 10, 2011
RYAN WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU RYAN VERY MUCH. WE KNOW THAT BUGGA WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU. WE HOPE THAT YOU AND BUGGA ARE CATCHING UP ON OLD TIMES. WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS THE CARNAHAN FAMILY.
November 10, 2011
Mr. Van and Miss Carol,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet son Ryan. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Rod, Dana & Luke Rodriguez
Kim Gautreau
November 10, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jessica Barbay
November 10, 2011
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Broussard Family at this time. I had the chance of knowing Ryan back in the day as we were youngsters. He was always a pleasure to be around. He will be greatly missed. RIP Ryan.
November 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ryan had a bright spirit and a contagious laugh/smile that was a part of our lives for many years. We pray that God's grace will provide great strength, peace, and comfort in the hearts of those so deeply touched by his loss. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Sarah, Jonas Cuti and family
Charlie Templet
November 10, 2011
Van & Carol..My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you in this time of sorrow.
May you keep his memory alive..God Bless
Dara Hutchinson Bertucci
November 10, 2011
My heart goes out to the Broussard family. Ryan will always have a special place in my heart. God Bless you!
Cindy & Mark Landry
November 10, 2011
There is no pain greater than the pain of losing a child. My heart breaks for you Van and Carol. Our deepest sympathy to the Broussard family.
November 10, 2011
Ms Carol and Mr Van, our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son, Nick and Nicole grew up with your children and we all have many fond memories. May you find peace and comfort at this time, I can't express to you how my heart goes out to you and your family! The James Dewhurst family
s stirrat
November 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Love is stronger than death even though it can't stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love. It can't take away your memories either. May your memories bring you comfort.
From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home
November 10, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
David Lambert
November 9, 2011
Deepest sympathy goes out to the Broussard family. Ryan will be deeply missed and will always be remembered as a great childhood friend. You have my thoughts and prayers.
Hunter Becnel
November 9, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss,me and Ryan used to hang out a good bit!! My thoughts and prayers are with you guys!! RIP MY BOY!!
Jenny and Rocky Baker
November 9, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Van and Mrs. Carol as well as Ryan's siblings and family. May God be with them during this time of grief. I had the privlidge to get to know Ryan through Rocky and he became one of my friends also. He had one of the biggest hearts I have ever known and always had a smile on his face. Rocky and I love him very much and will miss him dearly. Rest in peace Ryan, you will never be forgotten.
November 9, 2011
The Broussard Family
Our prayers are wih you'll.We are deeply sorry for you'll lost.
Leroy & jane Sonnier
JAMES ZIMMERLE
November 9, 2011
HEY, ITS BIG DRAWZ...I LOVE RYAN LIKE A BROTHER.HE COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH AND THEN LAUGH SOME MORE.UNCLE VAN AND AUNT CAROL,YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS,ALONG WITH THE REST OF THE FAMILY...GOD IS GREAT! AND NOW RYAN SITS BESIDE OUR FATHER,WITH ALOT OF GREAT PEOPLE.
November 9, 2011
Mr. Van and Mrs. Carol ~
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ryan was a very special young man.
William, Deanne and Jared Bonvillain
Mitch & Clara Hughes
November 9, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have no words to express our sorrow about Ryan. If you need anything, please call us.
Chuck & Sharon LeBlanc
November 9, 2011
Van and Carol, you'll have our extreme sympathy with the loss of your son, Ryan. Reece and Ryan had fun playing ball together when they were kids. God bless you'll.
Danny & Linda Bargas
November 8, 2011
Van and Carol we are so sorry for your loss.Praying for the Broussard family.May God bless you!
Danny & Linda Bargas
November 8, 2011
Van and Carol.. You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.Know that the lord our god is with you and the Broussard family!
Linda and Emmanuel Bourgeois
November 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy & Lester Duplessis
November 8, 2011
Van & Carol so sorry for your loss at this time. He was a fine young man. He will be missed by all who new him. He touch so many hearts. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless You.
Lynette Mire
November 8, 2011
Mr. Van and Ms Carol,
Thinking of you and praying that you may find some peace in the days and months ahead. Burying a child or a grandchild is the hardest thing that any parent or grandparent may have to endure. Just know that you are not alone! God Bless you and your family and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Raymond and Ruby Latiolais
Norris and Lynette Latiolais Mire
Rebecca Riley
November 8, 2011
My prayers are with your family at this time. May God be with you in this time of sorrow. Ryan was such an amazing young man, he will be deeply missed. I am thankful to have had such a genuine friend for so many years, he was a beautiful person
Loretta Vicknair Matherne
November 8, 2011
I will keep the family & friends in my thoughts and prayers.
"May God's heavenly angels comfort you in your time of need, while the Lord comforts "Ryan Michael Broussard" in his loving arms up in his heavenly kingdom. Amen."
Ryan Michael Broussard, you will be missed but will not be forgotten. You will continue to live within our hearts forever. We love you throughout all eternity.
Robert and Hazel Babin
November 8, 2011
Carol and Van out prayers, condolences and deepest sympathy at this time, of your losss.
Jennifer Howard
November 8, 2011
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Broussard family. I had the pleasure of growing up with Ryan my entire life. I remember being little and being picked up from preschool and Ryan , Andy, myself and Brandon would all spend the days together. I remember Ryan and Andy protecting me from others at a young age. I played all the sports and did all the activities with the boys because that's all I grew up around and Ryan was part of that every single day all the way through highschool. I remember Ryan never had a mean bone in his body, he was caring and loving. He was goofy and fun to be around. I remember sitting in Mrs. Bannermans class in fifth grade and Ryan being one of the class clowns. I remember when i was learning to drive i took my brothers car without asking, which was a stick shift and when i stalled and couldnt get it going Ryan helped me and brought the car home for me. We were always up to something as kids and as friends we always had each others backs. Ryan was a life long friend, I always considered him and the rest of the neighborhood guys more like extended family. I still can't believe he is gone. He will be missed dearly. May he rest in peace and look down on us all from a better place.
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